1979 Buick LeSabre vs. 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo
To start off, 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo (119 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1979 Buick LeSabre. (104 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 209 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo.
Because 1979 Buick LeSabre is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Buick LeSabre. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1979 Buick LeSabre (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo. (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick LeSabre | 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo | |
Make | Buick | Chevrolet |
Model | LeSabre | Rezzo |
Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1381 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2610 mm |